Solution Architect

Job no:516813
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Information Technology

• Spearhead transformation initiatives in financial operations and integration.
• Enjoy the flexibility of work-from-home options and modified start/finish times.
• Level 10, full-time appointment for a 12-month fixed term.
• Up to $155,920, increasing to $163,716 from July 1, 2024 (inclusive of superannuation).

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team
UWA is making significant investments in the Information and Technology Services to enable its strategic direction and goals. UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models.

You will work as part of the architecture team, providing your expertise and experience as architecture services to projects executed by the University IT Portfolio Management Office.

About the opportunity
As a Solution Architect, you'll collaborate closely with the Architecture team to drive essential application and technology changes supporting three critical projects: Peoplesoft Financials Upgrade
GlobalMD Course Creation and UWA Partner Portal.

Your role as a technology domain expert and architecture leader involves developing architectural artifacts, ensuring alignment with project goals, and guiding the implementation process. You'll play a crucial part in maintaining architectural standards and integrating your work with larger team efforts to achieve the University's strategic goals.

About you
To excel in this role, you'll need a relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent, current Azure Solution Architect certification, experience in architecture or product ownership—particularly in integration, automation, data management, and cybersecurity. You'll also require extensive technical proficiency with technologies like C#, .NET, Azure, and Peoplesoft/financial systems, along with experience leading change within large organisations. Excellent communication, consultation, negotiation, and organisational skills, as well as proficiency in computing skills and a working knowledge of the Higher Education sector, are essential.

What we offer to you
The position offers competitive compensation, including a 17% superannuation contribution. Additionally, there's a globally competitive, gender-neutral parental leave policy providing up to 36 weeks of paid leave. The workplace emphasises work-life balance and being part of a supportive team. Professional development opportunities are encouraged, and the campus in Matilda Bay offers onsite amenities such as childcare facilities, a gym, aquatic centre, supermarket, medical centre, cultural activities, staff parking, and convenient transport options.

About your application
Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   Position description - Solution Architect (516813).docx

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 7 April 2024.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Craig Williams on (08) 08 6488 4217 or at [email protected] . 

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.

Advertised:25 Mar 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:07 Apr 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time